Procurement

Build Nova Scotia ensures all purchasing and tendering activities are conducted in a fair and open manner to ensure we obtain the best value in terms of delivery, products, services, site selection and technical expertise. Business policies are consistent with other Provincial Government Departments, Agencies and Crown Corporations in accordance with the Province of Nova Scotia Public Procurement Policy and all applicable trade agreements.

For new business development opportunities on the Halifax waterfront, please contact BDO@buildns.ca.

Our publicly tendered opportunities are published on the Nova Scotia Tenders Web Portal: Nova Scotia Tender Site.

You may register with the Tender Opportunities Notification Service “TONS” to receive email notifications of all tenders posted that relate to the categories selected at the time of registering. You can register for this service at the Nova Scotia Tender Opportunity Notification Service.

We strive to provide a transparent process for our vendor partners. For more information please contact BuildNS.Procurement@novascotia.ca.

News

The Power of Project Management: Meet the Team Turning Plans into Action

On the first Thursday in November, International Project Management Day recognizes the skill, collaboration, and leadership that drive successful proj…

On the first Thursday in November, International Project Management Day recognizes the skill, collaboration, and leadership that drive successful projects around the world. This year’s theme, “The Power Trio: Project, Lead…

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QEII Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project Honoured with National P3 Award

Pictured above from left to right: Hafeez Habib, Senior Vice President, Plenary Americas, David Benoit, President and CEO, Build Nova Scotia, Marie-Au…

Pictured above from left to right: Hafeez Habib, Senior Vice President, Plenary Americas, David Benoit, President and CEO, Build Nova Scotia, Marie-Aurore Frey, Director, Policy and Contract Management, Department of Healt…

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Designing Spaces That Heal: Meriem Merbai’s Vision for Healthcare Architecture

World Architecture Day is more than a celebration of structures. It is a testament to the strength of ideas, the resilience of design, and the respons…

World Architecture Day is more than a celebration of structures. It is a testament to the strength of ideas, the resilience of design, and the responsibility we carry in shaping tomorrow. Few embody this vision more clearl…

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New Business Development Opportunities – Marine-Based Tour Operators, Halifax Waterfront

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking marine-based tour operators to deliver excursion experiences that showcase the best of Halifax Harbour a…

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking marine-based tour operators to deliver excursion experiences that showcase the best of Halifax Harbour and Nova Scotia for residents and visitors alike. Two Business Developmen…

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New Business Development Opportunity – deGarthe Studio and deGarthe Garage, Peggy’s Cove

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking operators who are local artists, makers, and craftspeople to submit proposals to operate the deGarthe St…

September 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking operators who are local artists, makers, and craftspeople to submit proposals to operate the deGarthe Studio at 111 Peggy’s Point Road and the deGarthe Garage at 104 Peggy’s Po…

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Excavation Complete on Halifax Infirmary Expansion

Excavation for the QEII Halifax Infirmary acute care tower was completed today, September 3. The project will significantly boost the region’s ability…

Excavation for the QEII Halifax Infirmary acute care tower was completed today, September 3. The project will significantly boost the region’s ability to deliver medical care and health services. Since May 2024, 543,000 to…

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New Business Development Opportunity – Modified Shipping Container(s) Salt Yard District

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator to bring their own modified shipping container(s) to the Salt Yard District on the Hal…

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator to bring their own modified shipping container(s) to the Salt Yard District on the Halifax Waterfront to deliver an engaging personal transportation fleet. Th…

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New Business Development Opportunity – Halifax Waterfront Salt Yard District

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator for a seasonal food and beverage kiosk offering Nova Scotia-made ice cream in the Salt…

August 2025 — Build Nova Scotia is seeking a potential operator for a seasonal food and beverage kiosk offering Nova Scotia-made ice cream in the Salt Yard District on the Halifax Waterfront. This Business Development Oppo…

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Exploring New Business Development Opportunities on Lunenburg’s Working Waterfront

July 2025—Build Nova Scotia is seeking potential operators for the Zwicker & Co. Warehouse (Zwicker Building) and the Mill Building as part of its…

July 2025—Build Nova Scotia is seeking potential operators for the Zwicker & Co. Warehouse (Zwicker Building) and the Mill Building as part of its continued management of provincial properties on Lunenburg’s Working Wa…

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Stronger Signals, Safer Communities With Upgraded Cell Towers

The Province’s plan to expand cellular service to thousands of Nova Scotians in unserved areas has reached another milestone with new towers now activ…

The Province’s plan to expand cellular service to thousands of Nova Scotians in unserved areas has reached another milestone with new towers now active at three sites in southwest Nova Scotia and one in Halifax County. The…

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